The Byrds: Eight Miles High, Live 1970
Our friend Randall Webb sent in this clip of The Byrds tearing through an epic version of “Eight Miles High” at the Fillmore East in 1970. The band’s lineup at the time was the quartet of Roger McGuinn, Clarence White, Gene Parsons, and Skip Battin.
During the nearly 10-minute instrumental rendition of the song, Parsons and Battin take an extended drum and bass section that breaks the groove down before building it back up. Their chemistry and energy help to create a seamless evolution of the jam.
Thanks for sharing, Randall!
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